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Potential bullying of Parish Clerk

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A number of councillors have raised concerns that our female parish clerk is being bullied by a particularly dogmatic male councillor. She has not raised a specific complaint but As Chair am concerned we may not be fulfilling our duty of care
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It's never too early to act and it's a good sign that members are raising the issue. Have an informal chat with her and see how she feels, then act accordingly.
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